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Breaking the SilenceUnbreakable: A Journey Through Loss, Trauma, and Resilience with Mary SprengerIn this powerful episode, I sit down with Mary Sprenger to unravel her deeply moving story of resilience and healing. Mary's journey began at just seven years old when her mother left, a life-altering loss soon followed by the death of her sister at nine and her father at 22. She’s also faced unspeakable physical, verbal & sexual abuse, alongside the painful experience of infertility. Despite all this, Mary’s spirit shines through as she shares the transformative steps she took toward reclaiming her life and finding healing. Tune in to be inspired by Mary’s unbreakable spirit, her journey throug...2024-11-0643 min
Healing While She RisesEp.24 A Tale of Resilience, Disability, and Triumph with Leah KaplanLeah Kaplan, shares her intimate journey of overcoming early childhood trauma and navigating the complexities of living with a disability. Leah's story is a beacon of hope, illustrating the power of resilience and the importance of mental health. Through her journey of self-discovery, therapy, and resilience-building, Leah has transformed her challenges into a source of strength. This podcast is dedicated to anyone seeking to break free from their past and embark on a path of healing. Leah's mission is to empower listeners to prioritize their mental health and discover their own routes to emotional well-being. Join us as we...2024-10-1458 min
Bay CuriousThe Secret History of Mary Ellen PleasantOne of San Francisco's purported “ghosts,” has a remarkable real-life story often left out of San Francisco's history books. Today we bring back an episode that first aired in 2018, about the remarkable, yet complicated life of Mary Ellen Pleasant.Additional Reading:
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In this episode, we dive into Laura's inspiring story of navigating a challenging marriage, building a deep relationship with God, and ultimately discovering her true calling as a multi-passionate entrepreneur. Now a coach herself, Laura empowers other women to find their voices and step into their God-given purposes. Join us as we explore her divine journey and the lessons she's learned along the way.
About Laura ArdLaura Ard is a beacon of hope and empowerment. A devoted mom, loving wife, and proud grandmother to 13 grandchildren and one great-grandson, Laura's voice resonates through the...2024-08-1924 minHealing While She RisesEp. 15 Ageless Ambition: Healing and Dreaming with Robynn SmithIn this compelling episode, we sit down with Robynn Smith, who shares her incredible journey of pursuing her dreams and healing from her past, even 40 years later. Robynn embodies the truth that age is merely a number and that it's never too late to discover new aspects of oneself and embark on a path of self-improvement. She opens up about the continuous work of healing and how this process has not only opened new doors for her but also allowed her to see opportunities that were always there, just out of sight. Join us as Robynn's story inspires us...2024-08-1252 minHealing While She RisesEp. 14: Building Trust with Your Body: Nutrition, Fasting, and Movement with Relle DixonIn episode 14, we're joined by the inspiring Relle Dixon, who shares her transformative journey towards health and wellness. Relle teaches us the importance of building a trusting relationship with our bodies through mindful nutrition, intermittent fasting, and regular physical activity. She emphasizes the power of taking small, manageable steps to turn these practices into a sustainable lifestyle. After experiencing firsthand how her health suffered, Relle discovered that nutrition was her pathway to healing. This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to make a positive change in their health, proving it's never too late to start treating...2024-08-0548 min
Nourish & Navigate with Divine PurposePain to PurposeJoin me as I interview my friend Mary Sprenger (Host of Healing While She Rises Podcast) as we talk about past trauma, infertility, faith and healing. Mary and I met several months ago and connected instantly through sharing similar journeys in our lives. Though several years (many actually) separate us the stories we share connect us on a different level that knows no age.
With a rich background of 9 years in nursing and a significant chapter as an Army Reserves nurse, Mary's experiences have woven a tapestry of service and empowerment.
Her journey has led...2024-07-3135 minHealing While She RisesEp. 13 Embracing Adoption, Healing, and Faith with Kathy BolenIn this episode, I sit down with Kathy Bolan to discuss her adoption and the healing journey she has navigated through life's many experiences. Join us as we explore her story, the challenges she faced, and the resilience that has shaped her path to healing. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that delves into the complexities of adoption and and how her journey lead her to be a life coach.
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Podcast: Nourish & Navigate Healing...2024-07-2946 minHealing While She RisesEp. 12 Time mastery with Angelina RiveraJoin us in this enlightening episode as we sit down with Angelina Rivera, your go-to guru for making every moment count. Angelina shares her top strategies for optimizing daily routines, ensuring you're not just busy, but productive. We dive into the essential tools and habits that can help anyone save precious time, allowing for those much-needed moments of penciling in the important those first before everything else. Whether you're a seasoned planner or someone struggling to find time for yourself, Angelina's insights will guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Get ready to transform your days with wisdom...2024-07-2239 minHealing While She RisesEp 11 Beauty in the Journey: Cathy Crossno's Story of Open Adoption and Divine Guidance.Join us for an incredibly moving episode with Cathy Crossno, as we delve into her heartfelt story of open adoption. Cathy shares with us the profound beauty she's discovered in pain and the sense of divine intervention that has guided her journey. Open and honest, Cathy doesn't shy away from discussing the depths of her struggles and how she sought help from the very beginning. A passionate advocate for the adoption community, she brings to light the powerful message of understanding and compassion for those who feel hidden in their pain. This episode is a testament to the strength found...2024-07-1552 minHealing While She RisesEp.10 Embracing Shadows: A Journey Through Grief and Trust with Raynea Wallace.In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Raynea Wallace, diving into the deep and often unspoken realms of grief, loss, and abandonment. Together, we peel back the layers of our experiences, sharing stories that are real, raw, and incredibly vulnerable. Raynea opens up about her personal journey, shedding light on the shadows of sorrow and the path to finding trust within oneself again. This conversation is an invitation to all who listen to embrace their own stories of loss with courage and to find solace in the shared understanding that you're not alone. Join us as we navigate the...2024-07-0855 min
The Successful Events PodcastPut Light to Your Ego, Use Your Intuition, & Live in Your Purpose with Mary SprengerGet ready for this one! Today, I welcome Mary Sprenger to the show. Mary is a life coach, ex-military, new podcast host, and such a dear friend!
We touch on so many aspects of what it means to find and live in your purpose, but how do you know if you should listen to this episode?
My favorite quote Mary shares (and I know this will resonate with many of you!), "I am not here to give you advice, anyone can do that. I use my intuition to guide you to find your own answers...2024-07-0333 minHealing While She RisesEp. 9 Pinky Moves to Giant Leaps: Brisa Alfaro's Journey of Survival and TransformationIn this episode, I'm super excited to chat with Brisa Alfaro, an incredible person with a story that'll blow your mind. Brisa survived a Pons stroke, which honestly, not many people do – we're talking a 1% chance here. But she fought through with what she calls "pinky moves." Imagine having to learn all over again how to eat or walk, stuff we never think twice about. That's Brisa's journey. She didn't just stop there; she went on to share her story as a TedX speaker and even wrote a bestseller. Her life lesson? It's all about the small steps that le...2024-07-0156 minHealing While She RisesEp. 8 How the Founder of Community of C.O.U.R.A.G.E Felicia Koors pivoted along some hard seasons and when not to ignore your hurting heartTRIGGER WARNING TO ALL WOMEN WHO'VE HAD A MISCARRIAGE.
Felicia and I dive deep into her book Second Changes where she share her story of her dreams of having a family of 4 instantly crushed. Where she believed her pain wasn't worthy anough to grieve because people around her are going through worst experiences. "Who was I to show hurt, sadness, and depression in that moment, knowing she had weathered such bigger storms."
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Paranormal Pajama PartyMalleus Maleficarum: Incels and Modern Witch HuntsSend me a text message!The dark history of witch hunts has some unsettling parallels with modern misogynistic violence. Tonight’s episode continues our discussion on Heinrich Kramer’s witch-hunting manual, the “Malleus Maleficarum”, with a critical look at its legacy, especially as it relates to incel culture and the manosphere.We’ll examine the parallels between Kramer's misogynistic beliefs and the 2014 Isla Vista killings by Elliot Rodger, exploring the roots of violent ideologies in both cases. We’ll use the “path to intended violence” theory to compare the steps leading to mass violence in the 15th century...2024-06-2326 minHealing While She RisesEp.7 Turning pain into purpose w/Shonda Ramsey: Helping others publish their book authenticallyAuthor, Podcaster, Graphic Designer, and life long Entreprunuer.
Shonda Ramsey began creating greeting cards for her stationery brand as a way to heal her heart after a miscarriage. As time went on, others reached out for help with their brand identity and marketing design.
She quickly became the go-to person for designing book covers that captured the essence of the author's work and aligned with their personal identity. Torn between helping entrepreneurs and authors, she found a way to do both.
Shonda's brand is built on compassion and empathy. She will listen to you and help develop a plan that...2024-06-1748 minHealing While She RisesEp.6 What I learned from pooping my pants.Hope you got a good laugh out of this episode. I sure did after a big cry sesh! In what areas in your life are you being rigid? I would love your feedback.
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2024-06-1025 minHealing While She RisesEp.5 In a hijack moment try the S.O.S. Stop. Oxygenate. Seek information.Emergency Kit for Emotional Hijacks 🌿✨ Ever find yourself in the heat of a moment, emotions blazing, and thought, ‘What was I even thinking?’ It’s time to hit the ‘SOS’ button on emotional overwhelm. Take a listen to find out how. Remember, these steps aren’t about fixing everything instantly; they’re about giving you space to return to logical thinking. It’s easy to think we can control our reactions, but often, we find ourselves stuck in a loop of the same responses.
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Wanting to join the coaching program? Che...2024-06-0310 minHealing While She RisesEp.4 10X is easier than 2x10x Your Life: Mastering the Art of Delegation in Business & Cutting Out the 80% 🚀🎧 Dive into the ultimate guide to skyrocketing your productivity and success with '10x Your Life.' This podcast is your roadmap to mastering the art of delegation in business, teaching you how to strategically assign tasks to amplify your impact and efficiency. But that's not all – we also tackle how to cut through life's distractions, eliminating the 80% of activities that drain your energy and focus, paving the way for a staggering 19x increase in productivity. Get ready to transform your approach to work and life, achieving more tha...2024-05-2715 minHealing While She RisesEp.3 Amplify Your Strengths with Angelina Rivera: From unlocking your voice to starting her own podcastI’m thrilled to welcome the incredible Angelina Rivera as our special guest. Together, we'll dive deep into the heart of self-discovery, exploring the empowering journey of recognizing our self-worth, mastering the art of saying 'No,' and setting boundaries that honor our true selves. Plus, we'll share the inspiring story of how finding our voice can lead us from silence to the world of podcasting. This episode is a must-listen for anyone on the path to unlocking their potential and transforming their lives.
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Website: https://linktr.ee...2024-05-2054 minHealing While She RisesEp.2 Happy Mothers Day: This is for the women going through InfertilityTo the women battling infertility-I SEE YOU!
I recognize you on this emotiona and diffuclt day that so many women get to celebrate.
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Website: marysprengercoaching.com2024-05-1312 minHealing While She RisesFirst Episode In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the essence of what makes me, Mary, truly unique. It's a candid exploration of my journey, the struggles I've faced, and the lessons I've learned along the way. This isn't just my story; it's an invitation to see yourself in a new light, to recognize that the very aspects of yourself you might struggle with or dislike are, in fact, your greatest strengths. Join me as we uncover the power of embracing our whole selves, transforming perceived flaws into our most potent superpowers. It's a conversation about finding beauty in the...2024-05-0626 min
You Are SignificantSpecial Guest Mary SprengerJoin Mary Sprenger and I as we explore her story of finding significance as she shares new parts of her story for the first time. She suffered through childhood abuse and as an adult sees the grace of God on her life. Listen as Mary shares how she moved from being a victim to celebrating life, even in the current struggle of infertility.
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Connect...2024-05-0644 minHealing While She RisesPreLaunchIn the kickoff episode of 'Healing While She Rises,' we're diving heart-first into what this adventure is all about. Mary spills the tea on why this podcast is her heart's calling, shining a light on the all-too-common game of hide-and-seek we play with our true selves. This episode is your VIP pass to a series that celebrates the messy, beautiful journey of healing, champions the power of being real, and offers actionable steps to dance through life's storms with grace and gusto. Buckle up for a podcast that's all about embracing the ups, the downs, and everything in between...2024-04-2908 min
Mother Plus Podcast8 Spiritual Woo Woo Practices For The ADHD MomSend us a textIn this episode, we cover:We went viral last week with a reel about 1990s Gifted and Talented Girls with ADHD, anxiety, perfectionism who are "now immersed in a spiritual journey," and it must have struck a nerve—today we are exploring the connection between women who have ADHD and are into all things spiritual and woo. We wonder if the creative, intuitive, daydreamy qualities ADHD women possess makes us more drawn to the spiritual realm, and we have some 8 tips for how to incorporate "woo" practices into your life to actually hel...2024-03-2839 min
Corporate TherapyEpisode #077 // Was ist gutes Gehalt? // mit Björn SchotteSchickt uns euer Feedback zur EpisodeIn Episode 76 werden wir endlich mal etwas konkreter: Gehalt ist für einige der einzige Grund, warum sie arbeiten gehen - für andere ein Quell des Unmuts oder des Selbstwertgefühls. Das Thema ist jedoch komplex und für Unternehmen schwer zu navigieren, es hängt mit Bewertung, Anerkennung und dem Lebensunterhalt so eng zusammen, dass es nicht nur finanziell, sondern auch emotional hoch relevant ist. Unser Gast Björn Schotte, Patrick Breitenbach und Mary-Jane diskutieren, wie man Gehalt abseits der Jahreszielvereinbarung setzen...2023-05-121h 04